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Socialtel Jaco

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Beach bar
Free WiFi
Cylinder Small Room | Free WiFi
Porch

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Calle Alice, 100 South and 50, West of Cruz Roja, Jacó, Puntarenas, 61101
  • Place, Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Neo Fauna
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi

Bed in a 4 Bed Dormitory Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 253 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 239 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Small Room Shared Bathroom | Living area

Small Room Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Terrace/patio

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Unique Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cylinder Small Room | Free WiFi

Cylinder Small Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Jacó

With a stay at Socialtel Jaco in Jacó, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Jacó Beach and Jacó Walk Shopping Center. .This beach hostel is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Herradura Beach and 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from Marina Los Sueños.

What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Neo Fauna - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Teatro Jacó - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 26 min drive - 8.7 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jet Fuel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪JacoBar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tsunami Sushi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ohana Sushi Tapas Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Jaco

Socialtel Jaco offers 31 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 31 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this Art Deco hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Playground serving guests of Socialtel Jaco. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Playground - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Playground

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 13 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 117 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 117 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 20 for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Selina Jaco Hostel
Selina Jaco Costa Rica

Socialtel Jaco Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 257 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the closeness to the ocean and the staff were wonderfully friendly!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our day great place to meet people
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always have great time at Selina. Great location and people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had a great location and the bar and restaurant were awesome, right on the beach with great views of spectacular surfing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay. Close to main strip and right on the water with a bar
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

nagendra

Liked: Staff & service
Safe and Quite place. Staff are Friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is tremendous! Place is super convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location, right by the beach with great vibes. Would definitely recommend and come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Awesome people. Awesome location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tacha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated right on the beach and close to the main strip for restaurants and shops. Beautiful pool, lots of fun lounge chairs on the property and beach front restaurant, with tasty food. Very pleased with the surf school affiliated with the hotel, as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food, nice pool, right on the beach and walkable to Main Street for dining, shopping. I had two excursions that had this property as option for pick up point
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian Manuel Castillo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun decor was good for beach ambiance
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Amazing place to stay. Selina is clean and completely safe as it has security after hours. Jaco walk is easily accessible for lunch/dinner. Selina also has great food options. Right next to the beach and pool is great too.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was super trendy and cute. The room was a bit smaller than expected but just fine for our short stay. We loved the pool and restaurant!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fun and great host
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

The stay was wonderful and the staff was great! They had a fun schedule of events and a nice environment for all ages! We loved the beach and pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super chill easygoing vibe, staff was super friendly and helpful! Being right on the beach was a treat! Lots of lounging areas and courtyards!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lexi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is beach front with many activities to do throughout the day, with free activities like movie nights, yoga, and more
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with a pool right on the beach. Was mostly young people so we felt a bit old! No beach chairs and such. The staff was amazing and very helpful in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location on the beach and walkable to many restaurants. I travelled alone and felt safe. The surfing lessons were EXCELLENT. The staff were so knowledgeable and helpful. The food was also great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023